Getting Ready to Move to Assisted Living in Reno

Aging citizens often have homes of their own that are filled with the mementos of their lives. Leaving that behind to move into assisted living near you can be a daunting prospect. It doesn't have to be difficult, however, since a bit of planning in the months and days before a move ease the way considerably. Here are the major steps to take in the lead up to your move:

• Medical exams are a common first step to moving into assisted living. Your doctor can determine whether or not assisted living is the appropriate level of care. This usually entails a standard physical exam, combined with a mental health check and Alzheimer's screening.
• As early as possible, consider renting storage space or finding medium-term options for keeping furniture and other valuables safe during the move. Space varies in assisted living properties in Reno, so the less you move in with the better, at least at first. Large items can usually be moved in at a later time.
• As early as possible, seniors and their loved ones should start touring local assisted living communities. This is a time-intensive process, but it's a good idea to visit at least three or four places to get a decent cross-section of what's available. Be sure to chat with staff and current residents of the property you're interested in.
• The financial cost of moving into assisted living in Reno, whether it's higher or lower than what you're paying right now, can still represent an adjustment. The earlier you meet with a financial planner who knows about the special concerns of seniors to plan for your new financial situation, the better off you are.

How Much Does Assisted Living Cost in Reno?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Reno is $4,000, which is just a bit more than the $3,750 monthly national average, according to the 2017 Genworth Cost of Care survey.

Many seniors spend the time before moving into residential care living on their own or with loved ones. To help out, they often pay for home health aides who visit every day to help out with seniors' ADLs. Assisted living in Reno can represent a cost savings for these aging citizens, since the average cost of these in-home caregivers averages $4,385 a month.

Our local Seniorly Partner Agents often have the ability to negotiate monthly rent and fees on your behalf at many of the communities you might be interested in. This is a free service to you. To connect to a Seniorly Partner Agent email us now at ask@seniorly.com or call (855) 866-4515.

What's the Difference Between Assisted Living vs. Other Senior Care Types?

Assisted living is a level of long-term residential care that active, mentally alert seniors can choose for themselves when they need a little help to get by, but their health needs don't call for daily medical care from a nurse. Other levels of care tend to be more treatment oriented and are appropriate for aging citizens who need extra attention from health care professionals, such as:

• Skilled nursing/Post-acute care: Seniors in skilled nursing usually have medical issues that prevent them living as independently as assisted living allows. In a nursing home, seniors usually get daily visits from nursing staff who can administer medication. Residents in a nursing facility may also get physical therapy to recover from injury or recent surgery.
• Memory care: This option is for seniors whose ability to live alone is seriously compromised by Alzheimer's disease or progressive dementia. Staff at a memory care facility watch over their residents at all times, and activities are usually scheduled for the seniors by staff.
• Hospice/comfort care: Hospice is for people whose illnesses can no longer be effectively treated, and who are now focused on pain management instead of recovery. Comfort care may be provided at home or in a dedicated hospice community.